Return of the(Khalil) Mack.
Khalil Mack has agreed to a new contract with theLos Angeles Chargersto avoid free agency, according to multiple reports. He will sign a one-year deal worth $18 million that is fully guaranteed, as first reported byESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
The 35-year-old Mack was considered the 21st-best player in free agency this year, according toUSA TODAY Sports' Nate Davis. He ranked as the fourth-best outside linebacker and defensive end on the board, with teammateOdafe Owehalso on the list as a pending free agent.
Mack played the 2025 season with theChargers on a one-year deal worth $18 million. He appeared in only 12 games for L.A., thanks to a dislocated elbow that kept him out four games. Regardless, the pass-rusher still recorded 5.5 sacks and 11 quarterback hits to go along with 32 total tackles.
He is no longer at the height of his powers, but Mack can still strike fear into opposing quarterbacks. The Chargers' investment signals that they also agree.
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Here's a look at the contract details for Mack.
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Khalil Mack contract details
Mack inked a one-year, $18 million deal. Here's a look at the full terms, per multiple reports:
Term: 1 year
Total contract value: $18 million
Guaranteed money: $18 million
While the number jumps off the screen, Mack is only the 19th highest-paid at the position in terms of average annual value (AAV), according toOverTheCap.
The positional value has exploded in recent years as the likes ofMicah Parsons,Myles Garrettand others have pushed the market into the $40 million range.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Khalil Mack contract details: Chargers ink one-year deal with LB